1
as in encounters
a brief clash between enemies or rivals
the best way to avoid hassles with those aggressive panhandlers is to ignore them
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2
as in clashes
a physical dispute between opposing individuals or groups
the moment the police arrived, the hassle broke up, and no one was seriously injured
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as in disputes
an often noisy or angry expression of differing opinions
had a huge hassle with an airline representative before she got her ticket refunded
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as in headaches
something that is a source of irritation
it's a hassle to find a parking space downtown
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as in taunts
to attack repeatedly with mean put-downs or insults
a small group of jeering protesters hassled the politically active singer at every appearance she made
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as in quarrels
to express different opinions about something often angrily
constantly hassled with the chef over the need to cook pork thoroughly
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Recent Examples of hassles
Archway Homes, Kansas City Star, 29 Sep. 2025
The move could also incentivize technology firms and other companies reliant on foreign workers to set up offices outside the US in order to avoid the application fee and associated hassles.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 21 Sep. 2025
Occupying a two-mile run from Beach Boulevard south to the Newport Beach line, State Beach is family friendly and features many of the amenities of its northern neighbor without the volume of crowds, hassles or craziness.
—Greg Mellen, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025
The transactions allow the companies to bring in top engineers and researchers without worrying about the regulatory hassles that come with acquisitions.
—Lora Kolodny,jordan Novet,kif Leswing, CNBC, 18 Sep. 2025
Traveling together — relying on each other in new thrilling and challenging situations, and sharing the intense pleasures of discovery, as well as the humdrum hassles of the journey — has cemented what was already a profound and sustaining friendship.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 13 Sep. 2025
While New York and San Francisco remain popular, Texas and Florida are emerging as new hotspots for affluent renters seeking flexibility and luxury without homeownership hassles.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 9 Sep. 2025
The co-founders see considerable upside in not only removing cost and other hassles from the traditional method.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 17 Aug. 2025
For those that were able to move there had to be some security, and some of them had a lot of hassles either from armed gangs or from Israel, which would, even during the ceasefire period, disrupt them in some way.
—Isaac Chotiner, New Yorker, 5 Aug. 2025
Noun
According to Stacy, the company’s reputation and extensive experience have given them the ability to alleviate any stress or hassles for the homeowner.
—Archway Homes, Kansas City Star, 29 Sep. 2025
The move could also incentivize technology firms and other companies reliant on foreign workers to set up offices outside the US in order to avoid the application fee and associated hassles.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 21 Sep. 2025
Occupying a two-mile run from Beach Boulevard south to the Newport Beach line, State Beach is family friendly and features many of the amenities of its northern neighbor without the volume of crowds, hassles or craziness.
—Greg Mellen, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025
The transactions allow the companies to bring in top engineers and researchers without worrying about the regulatory hassles that come with acquisitions.
—Lora Kolodny,jordan Novet,kif Leswing, CNBC, 18 Sep. 2025
Traveling together — relying on each other in new thrilling and challenging situations, and sharing the intense pleasures of discovery, as well as the humdrum hassles of the journey — has cemented what was already a profound and sustaining friendship.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 13 Sep. 2025
While New York and San Francisco remain popular, Texas and Florida are emerging as new hotspots for affluent renters seeking flexibility and luxury without homeownership hassles.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 9 Sep. 2025
The co-founders see considerable upside in not only removing cost and other hassles from the traditional method.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 17 Aug. 2025
For those that were able to move there had to be some security, and some of them had a lot of hassles either from armed gangs or from Israel, which would, even during the ceasefire period, disrupt them in some way.
—Isaac Chotiner, New Yorker, 5 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hassles
Noun
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The work—in a way, a series of encounters with random elements of one-click consumerism, including coloring books and marketing guides for dentists—is tedious, repetitive, and demoralizing.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
22 Oct. 2025
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The potential for dream matches against Roman Reigns or even Stone Cold Steve Austin exists, along with blockbuster encounters against Brock Lesnar or GUNTHER.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Both sides cautiously pursue normalization after years of recurring clashes.—
Amanda Greenwood,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Oct. 2025
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As tensions boiled, clashes broke out and federal agents used pepper balls and tear gas, hitting journalists, a pastor and officers with the Chicago Police Department, according to reports and a lawsuit.—
Christopher Cann,
USA Today,
25 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The town had burned to the ground, and most of the Spanish settlers were dead, either of disease or in violent disputes about gold with indigenous peoples.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
23 Oct. 2025
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Some residents, like Leiva, consider Santa Rosa to be a paradise where international disputes feel more distant than the power of the river.—
Isa Cardona,
CNN Money,
23 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Side effects may include stomach issues, headaches, and rare kidney problems from contamination.—
Sarah Anzlovar,
Verywell Health,
23 Oct. 2025
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In the year before his death, Thomas had been struggling with his mental health, as well as daily headaches and memory loss, his parents said at the time.—
Natasha Dye,
PEOPLE,
21 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Garraty is forced to slap himself across the face to stay awake as Barkovitch taunts him.—
Nick Romano,
Entertainment Weekly,
8 Sep. 2025
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In the present day, Ellen watches as MacKinny taunts Colum in front of a crowd of onlookers and rushes to stand by his side.—
Lincee Ray Published,
EW.com,
15 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Activists literally or figuratively flying the antifa flag have long been among the subset of people who go to protests to destroy property and get into violent skirmishes with far-right protestors (like the Proud Boys).—
Sal Rodriguez,
Oc Register,
13 Oct. 2025
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Law enforcement officers have deployed tear gas and pepper balls in skirmishes with protesters.—
Natasha Korecki,
NBC news,
13 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Other behaviors that commonly cause altercations during flights include shouting, consuming excessive amounts of alcohol, and reclining your seat without consideration for the person sitting behind.—
Maria Azzurra Volpe,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Oct. 2025
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Masters of provocation, the Nazi paramilitaries often marched through left-wing neighborhoods, hoping for violent altercations.—
Time,
Time,
23 Oct. 2025
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Going forward, Nason thinks Gen Z’s job crisis needs to be addressed sooner rather than later, as their student loans start to accumulate and frustrations bubble.—
Jessica Coacci,
Fortune,
23 Oct. 2025
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The mise en abyme of the film is reflected in Fellini’s own frustrations during the preproduction of 8 1/2.—
Erik Morse,
Vogue,
23 Oct. 2025
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“Hassles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hassles. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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